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Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD

(Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD)

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Specializes in: Radiation Oncology
Professional interests include: blood disorders, lymphoma, ENT cancer, and more.
4500 Brockton Avenue Suite 101
Riverside, CA 92501

Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD is a radiation oncologist in Riverside, CA specializing in radiation oncology. Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital.

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Office Locations

4500 Brockton Avenue Suite 101
Riverside, CA 92501
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Some issues Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

  • Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
  • Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
  • Goiter
  • Thyroid nodule
  • Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

In The News 

“Dr. Afshin Rashtian, a radiation oncologist at Riverside Community Hospital, recently outlined what to look for and risk factors pertaining to breast cancer: Signs include nipple retraction,...”—"Breast Cancer Awareness Month: This story might save your life", The Press-Enterprise, October 2017
“Dr. Afshin Rashtian, medical director of Radiation Oncology for The Cancer Center at Riverside Community Hospital, will speak on "Radiation Therapy Options" at the Thursday, Jan. 9, meeting of the...”—"RIVERSIDE: Prostate Cancer Family Support Group set", The Press-Enterprise, January 2014
“This year's speakers panel includes Dr. Afshin Rashtian, medical director of radiation oncology at The Cancer Center at Riverside Community Hospital; Dr. Nimish Thaker, of the Inland Empire Urology...”—"RIVERSIDE: Alzheimer's and prostate cancer support groups set", The Press-Enterprise, September 2013

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Riverside, CA during 2012 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 242
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 34
minimally invasive procedures 34

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Riverside, CA during 2013 were radiation therapy, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 318
hospital care 15
inpatient care 15
radiation therapy 15

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD.

Gender
Male 68
Female 49
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 72
Black 0
Hispanic 20
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 58
From 75 to 84 32
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD in 2013

Hypertension 74
High Cholesterol 50
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 43
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 38
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 22
Diabetes 37
Dementia 10
Cancer 68

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Riverside, CA during 2014 were radiation therapy, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 381
hospital care 16
inpatient care 16
radiation therapy 21

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD.

Gender
Male 72
Female 62
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 79
Black 0
Hispanic 27
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 59
From 75 to 84 41
85 and over 19
Less than 65 15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD in 2014

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 49
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 28
Depression 16
Chronic Kidney Disease 31
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 21
Diabetes 34
Dementia 12
Cancer 72

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Riverside, CA during 2015 were radiation therapy, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 514
hospital care 22
inpatient care 22
radiation therapy 58

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD.

Gender
Male 144
Female 174
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 168
Black 54
Hispanic 68
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 132
From 75 to 84 114
85 and over 44
Less than 65 28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD in 2015

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 34
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 20
Diabetes 38
Dementia 13
Cancer 75

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Riverside, CA during 2016 were radiation therapy, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 566
hospital care 19
inpatient care 19
radiation therapy 71

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD.

Gender
Male 93
Female 84
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 108
Black 0
Hispanic 37
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 74
From 75 to 84 52
85 and over 30
Less than 65 21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD in 2016

Hypertension 73
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 38
Asthma 25
Osteoperosis 6
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 25
Diabetes 38
Dementia 12
Cancer 64

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Riverside, CA during 2017 were radiation therapy, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 599
hospital care 17
inpatient care 17
radiation therapy 59

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD.

Gender
Male 113
Female 81
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 110
Black 26
Hispanic 42
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 89
From 75 to 84 48
85 and over 36
Less than 65 21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD in 2017

Hypertension 74
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 11
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 43
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 25
Diabetes 39
Dementia 12
Cancer 65

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Riverside, CA during 2018 were radiation therapy, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 477
hospital care 21
inpatient care 21
radiation therapy 44

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD.

Gender
Male 93
Female 72
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 95
Black 0
Hispanic 35
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 85
From 75 to 84 47
85 and over 20
Less than 65 13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD in 2018

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 49
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 45
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 7
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 19
Diabetes 40
Dementia 10
Cancer 66

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Riverside, CA during 2019 were radiation therapy, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 413
hospital care 14
inpatient care 14
radiation therapy 33

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD.

Gender
Male 88
Female 71
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 85
Black 0
Hispanic 43
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 81
From 75 to 84 43
85 and over 20
Less than 65 15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD in 2019

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 9
Ischemic Heart Disease 35
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 52
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 22
Diabetes 38
Dementia 13
Cancer 69

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Riverside, CA during 2020 were radiation therapy, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 337
hospital care 11
inpatient care 11
radiation therapy 38

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD.

Gender
Male 71
Female 49
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 80
Black 0
Hispanic 18
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 60
From 75 to 84 39
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD in 2020

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 11
Ischemic Heart Disease 39
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 48
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 26
Diabetes 38
Dementia 13
Cancer 69

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Riverside, CA during 2021 were radiation therapy, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 343
hospital care 16
inpatient care 16
radiation therapy 51

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD.

Gender
Male 57
Female 55
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 78
Black 0
Hispanic 18
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 49
From 75 to 84 45
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD in 2021

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 72
Stroke 11
Ischemic Heart Disease 42
Depression 33
Chronic Kidney Disease 57
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 13
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 30
Diabetes 41
Dementia 14
Cancer 75

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Riverside, CA during 2022 were radiation therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 321
radiation therapy 24

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD.

Gender
Male 59
Female 42
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 60
Black 0
Hispanic 19
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 47
From 75 to 84 31
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD in 2022

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 16
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 29
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 20
Heart Failure 23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 28
Diabetes 39
Dementia 0
Cancer 75

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Riverside, CA during 2023 were radiation therapy, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 284
hospital care 15
inpatient care 15
radiation therapy 32

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD.

Gender
Male 72
Female 79
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 92
Black 20
Hispanic 27
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 65
From 75 to 84 56
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD in 2023

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 73
Stroke 13
Ischemic Heart Disease 26
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 30
Diabetes 33
Dementia 0
Cancer 74

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Riverside, CA were radiation therapy, minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures and hospital care.

doctor visit 399
hospital care 16
inpatient care 16
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 34
minimally invasive procedures 34
radiation therapy 40

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD.

Gender
Male 77
Female 68
Ethnicity
Black / African American 8
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 85
Hispanic 29
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 45
85 and over 14
Less than 65 9
65 to 74 66

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD From 2012 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD treated were hypertension, cancer, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 36
Asthma 7
Osteoporosis 4
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 22
Diabetes 34
Atrial Fibrillation 8
Cancer 64
Dementia 9

Education & Training

He completed residency at Southern California Permanente Medical - Los Angeles. He has a state license in California.

Residency: Southern California Permanente Medical - Los Angeles (2008)

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Riverside Community Hospital

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Afshin Rashtian, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
INSYS Therapeutics Inc $435 SUBSYS
$435
Brainlab, Inc. $315 Image Guided Surgical Device
$207 		Surgical planning and navigation radiation treatment planning and positioning
$107
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP $216 IMFINZI
$149 		TAGRISSO
$67
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. $185
$185
Varian Medical Systems, Inc. $128 Edge
$128
Other $123 Lazanda
$76 		LIBTAYO
$33 		Da Vinci Surgical System
$14
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $1,401

Biography

Dr. Afshin Rashtian specializes in radiation oncology and practices in Riverside, CA. Dr. Rashtian's areas of clinical interest consist of thyroid problems, ENT cancer, and lymphoma. He is a graduate of George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Rashtian (or staff) is conversant in Spanish and Persian. He is professionally affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital.

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